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“Eclipse is everything you want in an art boutique - gorgeous art, but knowledgeable and patient owners who took a lot of time explaining various options to us for a large space we were trying to fill. Whatever the opposite of pushy is, that’s what they were, which made us super comfortable with our purchase. We will definitely make Eclipse a regular stop!”
“Port City Pottery & Fine Crafts is located inside the upper level of the shops of the Cotton Exchange. The Cotton Exchange businesses validate parking for their parking lot. Eight interconnected buildings make up the Cotton Exchange complex and were once home to one of the largest and busiest cotton-exporting companies in the world.
Port City Pottery operates as a wonderful art co-op, opening 15 years ago as the first gallery in Wilmington dedicated exclusively to local, handmade crafts by jury-selected North Carolinian artisans. There are currently around 25 artisans in the co-op, and they take turns working the shop floor on different days. The gallery is filled with an incredible variety of high-quality mediums—everything from pottery, glass, and textiles to wood, jewelry, and creative metalwork.
This was not the best place for me to spot and wander inside, as I always find at least one thing that needs to come home with me. Usually, the stained glass pulls me in, but I had just gotten a few new pieces in the High Country. The metal was so creative, and that is where I spent most of my time trying to decide which one I would purchase.
Recycled art is fun, with scraps of metal being turned into something new. I ended up with the mouse, as I do have a lot of other metal pieces, but not a mouse. With my purchase, I also got a card about the artist, Randy Chapman, and my mouse was nicely wrapped for the journey home. I prefer this type of souvenir to the mass-produced type. I left with something unique to remember my visit.
I will be back in Wilmington in October, so I am wondering what I will be drawn to on that visit.”
“I can't recommend Brooke Sombati enough! She had the vision and skill to turn the disappointing tat I'd gotten elsewhere into one that I now love. Brooke is talented, friendly, patient, and a great communicator. The shop is very cool and fun to spend time in. I will definitely be back!”
“My husband and I visit this gallery very regularly. Everything here is by local NC artisans. There are a variety of different items available from beautiful prints to jewelry and kitchen items. Mike and Ally, the couple who runs it are incredibly warm and welcoming and if you're lucky you'll also meet their dog Meatball. Like most Downtown establishments they are dog friendly.”
“Nice Gallery & very welcoming.
NICE Work to view!
Mostly Local Artists , plenty of parking & the have a classroom for 8 or 10 students...
Enjoyed our visit!
KC Costello”
10AM - 5:30PM
311 N Front St, Wilmington
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“Absolutely our favorite place to visit when we are on the coast! I have about 14 of Mary Ellen Golden's painting in my house. They bring happy memories for my children and grandchildren!”
“Beautiful gallery with many choices of art work from many different artists. It’s a gallery that is quite large so you can look at a lot of beautiful work from all over. The owners are very nice and will answer questions without without feeling any pressure to buy. All the employees are very knowledgeable about the artists. This gallery has the largest collection of Dr Seuss works I have ever seen. The sea turtle paintings are the best I’ve ever seen as well. Check it out you will not be disappointed.”
“This is a really large building with a ton of independent separate booths have different types of antiques. There's a ton to see, with a lot of wonderful find. One special treat is that there is also a frozen yogurt place located inside with delicious Froyo”
“While they have scheduled events each week and month, I called for an appointment to tour the studio. Very pleasantly surprised at the depth and breadth of the talent that work out of there. There are folks there that specialize in, brass sculptures, oil and watercolors, an illustrator, metal art and more. Quite an eclectic and engaging mix of artists. Spoke briefly with a few of the ones at work at the time and they were all interesting and pleasant. Many do give lessons to the public. It is a large studio with probably a dozen different artists there. My daughter and I had visited the Cameron Art Museum the day before which was nice, but I saw many more eye catching works of inspiration here at the studios. If you are into art - give them a call and set up a visit. It will be well worth your time.”
“My first trip to this unique gallery in Wilmington was today. I was very impressed by the space, the amount of working Artist Studios, the moveable Gallery walls and the overall aesthetic of the Building. The owners, Jim and Betsy have created a very unique and artful space for their Artist and Visitors!!”
“Whoever they have hanging their gallery right now did an amazing job with the Alumni showcase they have. The flow of the work made sense and everything looked so good. A+ work”
“My experience was phenomenal while visiting The Barouke Wood Crafters Gallery. Everything in the store was immaculately laid out. The customer service was amazing! Kudos to Janet the owner!
I purchased a pair of the mesquite lamps with the copper shade for a Friend's wedding gift, which Barouke shipped for me as well as a few leather journals and the wooden Dcuks for my Grand daughter, which she absolutely loves and has lined off in her bedroom. I will be visiting again on my next trip to Wilmington.”
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“got a fineline tattoo with Meg (thegreenshe) and she did absolutely amazing. made the whole experience so comfortable for my first tattoo. very genuine artist, you can tell she cares about her work. definitely recommend.”